Friday

BAKING BREAD IN A WOOD-FIRED OVEN

May to Mid-October 2026 - Piesendorf

Experience the fascination of baking bread in a wood-fired oven. Learn not only the art of grinding grains and the basics of bread making, but also how to start a sourdough. Enjoy the delightful aroma of freshly baked bread, relish a tasting and take your own bread home. 

 Two women baking bread and laughing together | © Lichtfarben

Meeting point

9.30 am Bio-Bauernhof Dietlgut

Duration

approx. 3 hours 

Charge

each person € 50.00 (material included) 

with Fun+ Card

each person € 25.00 (material included) 

Bonus

with the Fun+ Card: children up to 12 years free!

Discount

for children up to 12 years with the Piesendorf and Niedernsill guest card

Participants

maximum 5 persons

Registration

until noon the day before at the tourist office Piesendorf by phone +43 6549 7239

Time out with HORSES . enriched MOMENTS . ENJOYING together

8th May to 31st July 2026 - Piesendorf

A special time-out centred around horses, bringing together joy, calm and playful learning. During this experience, children - and adults too - discover just how beneficial contact with ponies can be. In a safe, relaxed setting, it's all about sharing moments, feeling at ease and exploring something new together. At the same time, time spent with the animals offers a chance to recharge, rebuild energy and find inner balance. 

"Auszeit PFERD" shows that encounters with horses are about so much more than just riding. It is a conscious pause, a moment to feel, to breathe and to truly arrive in the here and now. An experience with a lasting effect - and one that will stay in your memory for a long time. 

Several children play outside, one child is riding a pony.  | © Auszeit PFERD, Katharina Gläser

Dates

2 pm: 8th & 22nd May | 5th & 26th June | 7th July 
9 am: 24th & 31st July

Meeting point

Walchen on the pony paddock of Auszeit Pferd & Holzbau Gläser 

Duration

80 minutes

Charge

€ 35.00 per child | ideal for children aged 4 to 10

with Fun+ Card

€ 18.00 per child 

Participants

minimum 3, maximum 6 children 

Equipment

drinking bottle, weather-appropriate clothing, long trousers, sturdy footwear, rain and sun protection 

Registration

by 5 pm the day before by Auszeit Pferd, Katharina Gläser via WhatsApp +43 664 2537 650 or by email katharina@auszeit-pferd.at 

FOREST OLYMPICS

10th July to 4th September 2026 - Niedernsill

At the Forest Olympics, the forest becomes a real adventure playground. Together with forest educator Theresa Sommerbichler, children explore nature in a playful way. They create their own play and activity stations and let their creativity run free. Team spirit, movement and plenty of fun turn the forest into an exciting challenge-filled experience. At the end, parents are invited to join in and try out the creative stations themselves. 

Four people hiking together on a green forest trail.  | © Naturesa, Fotograf Christoph Oberschneider

Meeting point

3 pm Liebesbrunnen car park

Duration

3 hours (parents join from 5 pm) 

Charge

€ 10.00 per child (from 5 years)

mit Fun+ Card

free of charge

Participants

minimum 2, maximum 10 children 

Equipment

Hiking clothing (including rain protection, tick and sun protection), sturdy footwear, backpack and drinks

Registration

by 12 noon the day before at the Niedernsill tourist office, Tel. +43 6548 8232

SUMMER CONCERTS

10th July to 4th September 2026 - Piesendorf

The summer concerts of the traditional brass band invite you to enjoy music in a relaxed atmosphere. Look forward to a varied programme featuring traditonal brass music, modern sounds and classical melodies - a lively meeting place for locals and guests alike. 

The Piesendorf traditional band in costume with instruments standing in a decorated hall. | © TMK Piesendorf

When?

at 8 pm

Where?

in the Event tent Piesendorf

Dates

  • 10th July - Summer Concert by the MusikAnten

  • 24th July - Summer Concert 

  • 7th August - Summer Concert

  • 14th August - Summer Concert

  • 28th August - Summer Concert

  • 4th September - Final Concert

INTO THE WILDGERLOS VALLEY

17th July to 11th September 2026 - Krimml

This impressive hike leads from the Alpengasthaus Finkau into the wild and unspoilt Wildgerlos Valley. Right at the beginning, the roaring Leitenkammer Gorge showcases the powerful force of water carving its way through the rock. The trail continues along the stream deeper into the valley, passing alpine meadows and leading towards traces left behind by former glaciers. Step by step, it becomes clear how water and ice have shaped this landscape. A varied experience that vividly reveals the dynamic nature of the high mountains.

Mountain stream in Wildgerlostal, surrounded by rocks, lush nature and a glacier view.  | © Ferienregion Nationalpark Hohe Tauern, Foto Daniel Kogler

Meeting point

9 am, Alpengasthaus Finkau (car park subject to charge)

Duration

approx. 6.5 hours (approx. 4 hrs. walking time | medium) 

Charge

adult € 22.00 | child & youth (10-16 years) accompanied by parents free of charge 

Free

with the guest card or Nationalpark SommerCard 

Equipment

Hiking or mountain shoes with a treaded sole, rain and sun protection, appropriate clothing and a change of clothes, backpack with drinks and snacks 

Registration

up to 3 hours before the start of the tour at npht.at/tours

Dogs

Bringing dogs is not permitted out of consideration for other particiapnts and the local wildlife. 

UP TO SCHWARZKARLSEE

17th July to 11th September 2026 - Uttendorf

This impressive hike leads from Enzingerboden up into the high alpine world surrounding the Schwarzkarlsee. Following a steadily ascending trail, you reach the national park boundary and enter a landscape shaped by short summers and extreme conditions. Here, you’ll discover how plants and animals adapt to survive at this altitude. At the destination, a stunning panorama unfolds around the tranquil mountain lake. A rewarding experience that brings the fascination of the high mountains to life.

Clear mountain lake with a calm surface, surrounded by grassy slopes and rocky mountains under a lightly clouded sky. | © Julia Schuchter

Meeting point

9.30 am, Weißsee Glacier World valley station

Duration

approx. 6 hours (approx. 5 hrs. walking time | medium) 

Charge

adult € 22.00 | child & youth (10-16 years) accompanied by parents free of charge 

Free

with the guest card or Nationalpark SommerCard 

Equipment

Hiking or mountain shoes with a treaded sole, rain and sun protection, appropriate clothing and a change of clothes, backpack with drinks and snacks 

Registration

up to 3 hours before the start of the tour at npht.at/tours

Dogs

Bringing dogs is not permitted out of consideration for other particiapnts and the local wildlife. 

INTO THE VALLEY OF ALPINE MEADOWS

17th July to 11th September 2026 - Rauris

This enjoyable walk leads into the wide and scenic Seidlwinkl Valley – a landscape shaped by alpine farming for centuries. Starting from the Palfneralm, the route takes you through open meadows, traditional huts and a striking mountain backdrop. Along the way, you may encounter typical farm animals and, with a bit of luck, wildlife as well. Step by step, the diversity of this valley unfolds as you move deeper into the alpine surroundings. A gentle experience that beautifully combines nature and living tradition.

Mountain trail with stream in green Seidlwinkltal Rauris with mountain backdrop. | © TVB Rauris, Foto Florian Bachmeier

Meeting point

9.30 am, Palfneralm Seidlwinkl Valley

Duration

approx. 6 hours (approx. 4 hrs. walking time | easy) 

Charge

adult € 22.00 | child & youth (10-16 years) accompanied by parents free of charge | excluding shuttle services  

Free

with the guest card or Nationalpark SommerCard | excluding shuttle services

Info

Palfneralm can be reached by valley bus, on foot or by mountain bike. 

Equipment

Hiking or mountain shoes with a treaded sole, rain and sun protection, appropriate clothing and a change of clothes, backpack with drinks and snacks 

Registration

required up to 3 hours before the start of the tour at npht.at/tours

Dogs

Bringing dogs is not permitted out of consideration for other participants and the local wildlife.

TO PROSSAU IN THE KÖTSCHACH VALLEY

17th July to 11th September 2026 - Bad Gastein

This varied walk leads through the unspoilt Kötschach Valley - a place where nature and history come together in a unique way. After just a few steps, you leave the road behind and follow a pleasant alpine track through a peaceful and open landscape. Along the way, beautiful views of the surrounding mountains unfold while the historical significance of the valley gradually becomes apparent. The destination is the Prossau alpine inn, with the option of a short detour to the impressive Tischlerkar waterfalls. A relaxed experience combining natural beauty and cultural heritage.

Clear mountain water flows through lush green alpine grass. | © Ferienregion Nationalpark Hohe Tauern, Foto Michael Huber

Meeting point

9.45 am, Grüner Baum bus stop in Bad Gastein

Duration

approx. 5 hours (approx. 4 hrs. walking time | easy) 

Charge

adult € 22.00 | child & youth (10-16 years) accompanied by parents free of charge 

Free

with the guest card or Nationalpark SommerCard 

Equipment

Hiking or mountain shoes with a treaded sole, rain and sun protection, appropriate clothing and a change of clothes, backpack with drinks and snacks 

Registration

up to 3 hours before the start of the tour at npht.at/tours

Dogs

Bringing dogs is not permitted out of consideration for other particiapnts and the local wildlife. 

GORGEOUS LIGHTS

19th June to 23rd October 2026 - Kaprun

Every Friday evening, the Sigmund Thun Gorge is transformed into a stunning light spectacle. Colorful spotlights and glowing effects illuminate the rugged rock walls and rushing waters, creating a truly magical atmosphere. Immerse yourself in this natural symphony of light, water and shadow, experiencing the gorge like never before. 

Wooden walkways lead through the narrow Sigmund Thun Gorge with a waterfall. Rocks and water are illuminated in color. | © Zell am See-Kaprun Tourismus, Foto Photoart Reifmüller

Admission

June & July from approx. 9.30 pm 
August from approx. 8.30 pm 
September from approx. 7.30 pm 
October from approx. 6 pm 

Charge

adult € 20.00 | child & youth (6-15 years) € 10.00 | children up to 6 years free

Registration

not necessary

Weather info

In the case of thunderstorms and heavy rain, the gorgeous lights will not take place for safety reasons.